Jiu Jitsu discussion / complete beginner!

[Pete102]

Officially the clubs reopen on Monday, everyone looking forward to getting back legally?

I've taken up some 1-2-1 MMA sessions recently, took a very light leg kick this morning and its already aching, I can't imagine what a full bore kick would feel like.

[MC Bodge]

Pete102 said:

Officially the clubs reopen on Monday, everyone looking forward to getting back legally?

I've taken up some 1-2-1 MMA sessions recently, took a very light leg kick this morning and its already aching, I can't imagine what a full bore kick would feel like.

I imagine that it would hurt a lot.

I'm on the lookout for a (pay as you go) mixed styles club with light sparring and no gi grappling/wrestling in Manchester. The MT/combatives club I was going to pre-pandemic isn't restarting any time soon and didn't do enough grappling for my liking anyway.

[Pete102]

MC Bodge said:

I imagine that it would hurt a lot.

I'm on the lookout for a (pay as you go) mixed styles club with light sparring and no gi grappling/wrestling in Manchester. The MT/combatives club I was going to pre-pandemic isn't restarting any time soon and didn't do enough grappling for my liking anyway.

Have you seen ASW in Altrincham? I think its primarily no-gi with an emphasis on MMA.

[ben5575]

Pete102 said:

Officially the clubs reopen on Monday, everyone looking forward to getting back legally?

I've taken up some 1-2-1 MMA sessions recently, took a very light leg kick this morning and its already aching, I can't imagine what a full bore kick would feel like.

I can confirm that they hurt. A lot

[Tony Angelino]

Looking forward to a proper class, hopefully numbers will remain strong. We sadly lost our head coach to Covid a couple of months ago.

[AJB88]

Our club has decided that we have to have a training partner and if neither of you can attend then the other person cant either.

[MC Bodge]

Pete102 said:

Have you seen ASW in Altrincham? I think its primarily no-gi with an emphasis on MMA.

I have. I actually went to classes with Kamaran when he operated at a different gym. ASW is a monthly membership, which I can understand for business reasons.

[Pete102]

MC Bodge said:

I have. I actually went to classes with Kamaran when he operated at a different gym. ASW is a monthly membership, which I can understand for business reasons.

Sorry pal, I missed the PAYG bit good luck in finding a place!

[Pete102]

ben5575 said:

I can confirm that they hurt. A lot

Haha, just a disgusting sensation of pain and hobbling for days.

I'm really enjoying getting into the technicalities of striking now, much like BJJ I'm obsessed with nailing the specifics of each movement....to the detriment of the next strike sometimes, plus it's a great work out.

Back on the mats tonight for our first legal session, I'm expecting an influx of new faces to be honest.

[MC Bodge]

Pete102 said:

I'm really enjoying getting into the technicalities of striking now, much like BJJ I'm obsessed with nailing the specifics of each movement....to the detriment of the next strike sometimes, plus it's a great work out.

I've been developing my striking (and probably bad habits) on a heavy bag (weather dependent) and a double end speed bag over the past 15 months, since having nobody to spar with or hold pads. I'm now unbeatable against an inanimate object with no arms.

Pete102 said:

I'm expecting an influx of new faces to be honest.

I wonder if that will be the case? Will people have been sat at home for a year wishing that they were doing covid-compliant grappling? I wonder if people have kept themsleves in shape?

Edited by MC Bodge on Monday 17th May 12:22

[AJB88]

back to training tomorrow night, once a week with the same partner. if you cant make it or your partner cant then neither of you can train.

Been white belt 3 stripes for well over 5 years now, training on and off for ages. Was really hoping to progress last year.

[Pete102]

AJB88 said:

back to training tomorrow night, once a week with the same partner. if you cant make it or your partner cant then neither of you can train.

Been white belt 3 stripes for well over 5 years now, training on and off for ages. Was really hoping to progress last year.

Annoying isn't it! I'd be at, or on the cusp of purple belt right now if it wasn't for the pandemic.

[Pete102]

MC Bodge said:

I wonder if that will be the case? Will people have been sat at home for a year wishing that they were doing covid-compliant grappling? I wonder if people have kept themsleves in shape?

Edited by MC Bodge on Monday 17th May 12:22

At my main club they've had to set up a waiting list due to demand, but they also have a really busy kids program and school outreach so it drives alot of interest.

[AJB88]

Pete102 said:

Annoying isn't it! I'd be at, or on the cusp of purple belt right now if it wasn't for the pandemic.

Just checked beltcheker its 5 years,10 months and 17 days haha. I did have about 2 years off in the middle though.

I'd like to try get blue by the end of the year but we will see.

[ben5575]

Pete102 said:

Annoying isn't it! I'd be at, or on the cusp of purple belt right now if it wasn't for the pandemic.

I could make a joke blue belts being on the cusp of purple belts for years... . Maybe that's where Boris has got his 'nearly there, just two more weeks, strategy from

[Pete102]

ben5575 said:

I could make a joke blue belts being on the cusp of purple belts for years... . Maybe that's where Boris has got his 'nearly there, just two more weeks, strategy from

ahaha, go for it, I'm the first person to rinse white / blue belts. Although I think the mantra for blue belt is 'I'll go back next week'

[MC Bodge]

Pete102 said:

Back on the mats tonight for our first legal session, I'm expecting an influx of new faces to be honest.

How was it?

[Tony Angelino]

We only had a small handful, the club haven't advertised though.

[TheTrash]

First training session last night and private this evening, I feel battered.

[AJB88]

Same here, first session, just going through some basic stuff with partner.

Got up at 0500 yesterday, 10 mile bike ride before work, felt good when I arrived last night. However after the session sleep hasn't been great last night due to muscles/joints aching up again at 0500 for bike ride.